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The Silver Linings Playbook

By: Matthew Quick
Narrated by: Ray Porter
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Summary

Pat Peoples knows that life doesn’t always go according to plan, but he’s determined to get his back on track. After a stint in a psychiatric hospital, Pat is staying with his parents and trying to live according to his new philosophy: get fit, be nice and always look for the silver lining. Most importantly, Pat is determined to be reconciled with his wife Nikki.

Pat’s parents just want to protect him so he can get back on his feet, but when Pat befriends the mysterious Tiffany, the secrets they’ve been keeping from him threaten to come out . . .

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I really enjoyed the performance. The story was a bit disappointing. Would be a good read if you're into American football

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A beautiful book that I found hard to put down. Wonderful narration. I will listen to more from this author and narrator. Usually a crime/thriller reader but glad I took a chance on this book wheel worth the read.

Try it you will not be sorry.

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Beautifully written and well executed by the narrator ... Would listen to it again and again - timeless.

Enthralling

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I was interested in the book because I watched the movie, and it is one of my favourites, and I have BPD and relate to Tiffany's character a lot.
I was pleasantly surprised about the ending/plot twist of the book, which was different to the movie and personally seemed much better.

the overall story is great, but I have to be honest and say it took me a long time to listen but it was probably due to external factors in my life such as school and reduced motivation to finish audio books as a whole.

however, there is a small issue with the eagles chant which got very annoying very quickly, and the characters saying the phrase "ahhhh" which wasn't great. Otherwise a great book and a nice edition to the film.

Ending better than the film

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The honest emotion of the story, the writer's knowledge of the vulnerability and joy of being human made this one of the best books I've listened to in years.

Surprised by fine writing

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